Hampton Beach State Park – June 19, 2011 With the annual Hampton Beach Catamaran Regatta and the kick-off of the 11th annual Sand Sculpting Competition it was quite the weekend to be at Hampton Beach State Park. Highlighted with warm sunny weather, both of the events were a hit for spectators all along the beach. […]
The Daniel Webster Birthplace
Daniel Webster Birthplace Historical Site – June 16, 2011 When planning a trip to the New Hampshire State Parks visiting a historic site is usually not the first thing that comes to mind. However the State Park System maintains 14 different historic sites that commemorate important locations around the state. The New Hampshire State […]
Exploring Clough State Park
Clough State Park – June 10, 2011 Whether you like to hike, bike, paddle or swim, Clough State Park is your place to explore. The park lies along the 150-acre Everett Lake that was formed in 1963 by the construction of the Everett Dam. The 900-foot sandy beach and picnic area is the centerpiece […]
The Cardigan Climb
Cardigan State Park – June 7, 2011 If you’re looking for a quick hike with a big reward then Cardigan State Park is for you. The 3,155-foot Mount Cardigan summit is a tree-less granite mountain scape with views that stretch across Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. A healthy network of trails, maintained by the Cardigan Highlanders, offers […]
National Trails Day
AMC Volunteer Trail Work – June 4, 2011 Here in New Hampshire there are more than 4,000 miles of hiking trails. From climbing mountains and ravines to exploring thick forests to crossing streams, bogs, and wildflower fields, the New Hampshire trail system covers all types of terrain. Most of us take for granted the rock […]
Misty Mount Sunapee
May 23rd, 2011 – The weather this spring is proving to be tricky when it comes to planning outdoor pursuits. With more rainy days than sunny ones, it can be hard to get motivated for a hike on a dreary day. Nevertheless after spending too many rainy days inside I knew it was time to […]